Dreamegg Sunrise 2 vs Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa)
Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa)
The short answer
Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa) comes out ahead overall with 7.4/10 against 6.4/10 for the Dreamegg Sunrise 2. Dreamegg Sunrise 2 is stronger on ease of use and value. Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa) is stronger on sunrise light quality, alarm & sound, features & versatility, reliability & build and health & materials. At current verified prices, the Dreamegg Sunrise 2 costs about $120.00 less.
- Choose the Dreamegg Sunrise 2 if: Shoppers under $50 who want a sunrise alarm plus sound machine with no app or subscription, and who accept unmeasured brightness.
- Choose the Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa) if: People who want one bedside device for wind-down sounds, a sunrise wake-up and a routine, and don't mind using an app.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Dreamegg Sunrise 2 | Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise light quality | 5.0Up to 60 min sunrise (Tom's Guide); no lux data; OYB found its predecessor very dim | 7.5610 lux at 1 ft, ~285 at 18 in, 5-60 min ramp (OYB) |
| Alarm & sound | 7.029 sounds, good for a budget sound machine | 8.560+ high-quality sounds, the best library in the pool; can't play your own audio |
| Ease of use | 7.5App-free with one-tap favorites; only one alarm schedule at a time | 7.0Physical controls added, but Wi-Fi and app setup are needed |
| Features & versatility | 6.5Sound machine, colored night light, adjustable display | 8.5Sound machine, routines, reading and night light, wind-down content |
| Reliability & build | 6.0New model, no long-term data, warranty not confirmed | 6.51-year warranty; depends on Wi-Fi and Hatch's cloud |
| Health & materials | 5.0No flicker or materials data | 7.5Clean flicker (OYB); the 2024 CPSC adapter recall covered the Rest 1st gen, not the Restore |
| Value | 8.0$49.99 with no subscription, a third of the Hatch price | 6.5$149.99 on Amazon, but the full library needs a $49.99/yr subscription |
Specifications
| Spec | Dreamegg Sunrise 2 | Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa) |
|---|---|---|
| Measured brightness at 18 in | — | 285 lux |
| Longest sunrise duration | 60 min | 60 min |
| Sunrise duration options | Up to 60 min (Tom's Guide review) | 5-60 min (Optimize Your Biology) |
| Built-in sounds | 29 sounds | 60 sounds |
| FM radio | No | No |
| Bluetooth audio | No | No |
| App required for setup/core use | No | Yes |
| Subscription | None | Optional Hatch+ $4.99/mo or $49.99/yr (30-day trial included) |
| Power source | Plug-in | Plug-in |
| Warranty | — | 1 years |
Dreamegg Sunrise 2
Pros
- Budget price
- 29 sounds with one-tap favorites
- Sunrise up to 60 minutes
- No app or subscription
- Tom's Guide's best budget pick
Cons
- Brightness not independently measured
- Only one alarm schedule at a time
- Smaller sound library than the Hatch
- Single review source
A sensible low-risk way to try a sunrise alarm, but not a pick for dark bedrooms or heavy sleepers.
Full Dreamegg Sunrise 2 review →Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa)
Pros
- 60+ sounds and a routine builder
- Physical controls that work without a phone
- Clean flicker in independent testing
- 5 to 60 minute sunrise
- Frequently named best overall by testers
Cons
- Needs Wi-Fi and the app
- Full library requires Hatch+ at $49.99 a year
- Dimmer than the Shine 300
- 1-year warranty
- Cannot play your own audio
The best choice if the bedside device matters as much as the alarm. It ranks below the Lumie because of the app dependence, subscription content and lower brightness.
Full Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa) review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Sunrise Alarm Clocks of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.